Global Mission Toolbox

Lukas Ruegger of Steiger presents three principles for engaging secular youth culture. Lukas shares examples of connecting with young people, proclaiming the truth, and inviting people to experience authentic Christian community.

Bio:
Lukas Ruegger is a mission worker with Steiger who leads a team in Beirut, Lebanon. The team reaches young intellectuals through social media, apologetic discussion events, street evangelism, and a Bible study. Lukas is married to Denise and they have 3 children.

Show Notes:
Steiger
No Longer Music
True for You But Not True for Me – Paul Copan
Finding Truth – Nancy Pearcey
On Guard – William Lane Craig
Life Together – Dietrich Bonhoeffer
The Benedict Option – Rod Dreher
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Topics: Outreach

Paul Borthwick, author of “Great Commission, Great Compassion” helps us understand the Great Commission and how it applies to all Christ-followers - wherever they live! Paul shares practical advice and examples of believers participating in the Great Commission today.

Bio:
Paul Borthwick, along with his wife Christie, serves on the staff of Development Associates International, focusing on leadership development in the Majority World. Paul taught for 30 years at Gordon College and is the author of many books including “The Fellowship of the Suffering: How Hardship Shapes Us for Ministry”. Paul has studied the Great Commission in depth and has written about it in his book “Great Commission, Great Compassion – Following Jesus and Loving the World”.

Show Notes:
Connect with Paul at www.paulborthwick.com

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Topics: Biblical Foundation

Melissa Chaplin, author or “Returning Well” helps us understand what it’s like for workers to return “home” after cross-cultural service. Melissa offers insight to churches to help them lovingly care for cross-cultural workers who are re-integrating into life in their passport country.

Bio:
Melissa Chaplin is in her second decade of serving cross-cultural workers. She is a Professional Certified Coach and serves with the organization Advance Global Coaching. She is the author of Returning Well, a guidebook for cross-cultural workers seeking to thrive back “home” after serving cross-culturally.

Show Notes:
Returning Well Book:
Returning Well: Your Guide to Thriving Back “Home After Serving Cross-Culturally – Melissa Chaplin
Other Mentions:
Advance Global Coaching
Episode 073: How Life Coaching Can Help Mission Worker Thrive – Sherri Dodd
Residential Debriefing Programs:
Mission Training International Debriefing and Renewal Program
TRAIN International ABIDE Program
Intermissionary Retreats
Link Care
Global Member Care Facebook Group
Resources Recommended by Melissa:
Webinars at Returningwell.com
The Re-entry Team – Neal Pirolo
Burn Up or Splash Down – Marion Knell
Looming Transitions: Starting and Finishing in Cross-Cultural Service – Amy Young
Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds – David C. Pollock
Velvet Ashes – Encouragement for Women Serving Overseas
Rocky Re-entry
Contact Melissa:
Returningwell.com

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Topics: Member Care

Jolene Erlacher, founder of Leading Tomorrow, outlines 3 strategies for engaging Millennials and Generation Z for participation in global missions.

Bio:
Dr. Jolene Erlacher is founder of Leading Tomorrow and consults, gives leadership, and speaks on working with Millennials and Generation Z. Jolene is the author of the books “Millennials in Ministry” and “Daniel Generation” which help today’s young leaders and give direction to mentors on how to work with Millennials and Gen Z.

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Topics: Mobilization

Marvin Newell of Missio Nexus unpacks 3 mega-trends that are impacting missions today. He suggests practical ways that churches and mission agencies can respond to these realities.

Bio:
Marvin Newell is the Senior Vice President of Missio Nexus, a network of evangelical mission agencies, churches and training centers in North America. Marv and his wife Peggy served as mission workers in Indonesia and have now been involved in missions for 40 years. Marv is the author of several books including “Crossing Cultures in Scriptures: Biblical Principles for Mission Practice”. Marv is also adjunct professor at Moody Theological Seminary.

Show Notes:
Episode 064: What’s Happening in Missions Today? – Ted Esler
Episode 060: Evangelicals and Missions – Trends to Consider – Rick Hiemstra
Episode 008: 6 Trends Affecting Missions (Part 1) – JD Payne
Episode 009: 6 Trends Affecting Missions (Part 2) – JD Payne
Recommended Resources:
Pressure Points: Twelve Global Issues Shaping the Face of the Church – JD Payne
Window to the World: The Numbers Behind the Need – Andrew Knight
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Topics: Mission Trends